Big wheel returns to Cork City this weekend as part of Christmas celebrations

A new immersive light experience on Emmet Place called Solas is now part of the city's Christmas offering

The big wheel will open on Friday from noon until 9pm and will stay in place until early January. Picture: Larry Cummins

It is beginning to look a lot like Christmas in Cork City as the iconic 30ft Ferris Wheel and carousel returns to the city this weekend as part of 'Corkmas.'

The new name for Christmas in Cork brought the usual Christmas lights to the city centre as well as a brand-new immersive light experience on Emmet Place called SOLAS.